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Ashley
70 days ago
My friend and I purchased the 'Egypt Express Tour' from Groupon, which was provided by Encounters Travel and I must say, it was one of the best experiences I have ever had in my life! We were assigned an agent from Encounters Travel by the name of 'Mariska Knoesen'. She was very professional, proficient, and answered all of my questions and concerns, via e-mail, in a timely fashion. Upon our arrival in Egypt, we were greeted by a friendly team from Encounters Travel, who were all fluent in English. They assisted us with getting Egyptian visas and made exiting the airport easy. In total, it ended up being 9 of us grouped together. Our main tour guide was a gentleman by the name of 'Ashrafbehairy', whom we all referred to as "Ash" for short. HE WAS AMAZING!! We could not have asked for a better tour guide for our trip. He was very humble, kind, and knowledgeable. He accompanied us from Cairo to Aswan and then to Luxor and back to Cairo, via train. We visited several attractions such as the Pyramids, Philae Temple, and the Valley of the Kings (just to name a few). While at each sight, Ash explained its history to us and was able to answer all questions. He assisted with translation (Arabic and English) when needed, got us snacks, provided water, and took me to the shop to get items I desperately needed (sunblock and aloe lol). He even gave everyone a souvenir keychain at the end of our trip. Most importantly, we all felt SAFE! There is so much more I could say about this trip, but I will end by saying that it was honestly a great experience! I highly recommend purchasing this tour.
Fully guided, eight-day tour of Turkey, with Istanbul as a central location for the trip
What You Get
How to Book
- Choose your package from the drop-down menu.
- After purchasing this deal, follow the instructions on your voucher to book your trip with Encounters Travel no later than 2/2/19. Be sure to book early for best availability.
Know Before You Go
- Additional taxes & fees: $329 fee to travel solo.
- A passport is required: for all travel outside the U.S.
- E-visa: is available online for US citizens entering Turkey. (Cost: $20)
- Passports must be valid for at least six months after the date of travel, and contain at least two blank visa pages.
- Before international travel, always check the State Department’s website for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements.
- Travel insurance: is compulsory; arrange your own or buy a comprehensive policy from Encounters Travel for $76.
- Official language: Turkish
- Currency: Turkish lira (TL)
Compelling Overview of the Tour
Flights & Transportation:
- Round-trip airfare from
- Boston (BOS)
- Chicago (ORD)
- Los Angeles (LAX)
- New York City (specific gateway based on availability)
- Washington, DC (specific gateway based on availability)
- Domestic flight from Istanbul to Izmir
- Transfers
- Transportation in a private air-conditioned minibus/coach
- For additional departure airports/pricing, contact Encounters Travel at (877) 260-3950.
- Airline & flight times determined at time of booking
Hotels (7 nights in 4-star and boutique hotels + 1 overnight flight)
- 2 nights of accommodations at Sirkeci Mansion Hotel or similar in Istanbul
- 2 nights of accommodations at Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel or similar in Kusadasi
- 1 night of accommodations at Colossae Thermal Hotel or similar in Pamukkale
- 2 nights of accommodations at Elevres Stone House Hotel or similar in Cappadocia
Attractions & Meals
- 7 breakfasts and 5 dinners
- Entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary
- Services of a local tour guide throughout the trip
- All tours and activities listed in the itinerary included in the package price
Tour Itinerary at a Glance
Istanbul is a city that straddles continents. Set along the Bosphorus Strait, this vibrant, thriving metropolis is either the end of Europe or the beginning of Asia, depending on how you look at it. Amid mosques, bazaars, chic restaurants, and modern nightclubs, you’ll find evidence of the city’s important role in the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires.
- Day 1: Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to hotel. Early arrivals can visit the Egyptian Spice Bazaar, then take a boat tour around Bosphorous.
- Day 2: Visit the 17th century Blue Mosque, the Aya Sofya museum, Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum, and the Hippodrome during a morning city tour of Istanbul. Fly to the Mediterranean coastal town of Kusadasi.
- Day 3: Explore the amazingly well preserved Roman site of Ephesus, then visit the Temple of Artemis and the fruit-wine-growing village of Sirince.
- Day 4: Travel to see the stepped calcium travertines at Pamukkale and the ruins of the Greek and Roman city of Hieropolis. Take an optional dip in the spa waters.
- Day 5: Drive the historic Silk Road towards Konya, stopping at the Sultanhani Caravanserai and visiting the Mevlana museum - former home of the original Mevlevi Whirling Dervishes.
- Day 6: Explore the amazing scenery of Cappadocia with a full tour of Goreme Valley Open Air Museum, the fairy chimneys, and an ancient underground city.
- Day 7: Return to Istanbul with a pit stop in Ankara.
- Day 8: Last-minute leisure in Istanbul. Fly back to USA.
Call/Email Encounters Travel at (877) 260-3950 for Questions About:
- Flying from any airport not listed here
- Extending your trip or traveling on dates not listed here
- The availability of your desired travel dates
- Traveling with kids; all travelers, including kids, must purchase a voucher
- Booking optional tours and upgrades
Optional Tours & Upgrades
- Extra day in Istanbul before or after the tour
- Turkish folklore evening on day 5, payable locally
- Turkish bath in Cappadocia
- Upgrade to flight from Kayseri
- Hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia (pay locally, approx. $250)
Fully guided, eight-day tour of Turkey, with Istanbul as a central location for the trip
What You Get
How to Book
- Choose your package from the drop-down menu.
- After purchasing this deal, follow the instructions on your voucher to book your trip with Encounters Travel no later than 2/2/19. Be sure to book early for best availability.
Know Before You Go
- Additional taxes & fees: $329 fee to travel solo.
- A passport is required: for all travel outside the U.S.
- E-visa: is available online for US citizens entering Turkey. (Cost: $20)
- Passports must be valid for at least six months after the date of travel, and contain at least two blank visa pages.
- Before international travel, always check the State Department’s website for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements.
- Travel insurance: is compulsory; arrange your own or buy a comprehensive policy from Encounters Travel for $76.
- Official language: Turkish
- Currency: Turkish lira (TL)
Compelling Overview of the Tour
Flights & Transportation:
- Round-trip airfare from
- Boston (BOS)
- Chicago (ORD)
- Los Angeles (LAX)
- New York City (specific gateway based on availability)
- Washington, DC (specific gateway based on availability)
- Domestic flight from Istanbul to Izmir
- Transfers
- Transportation in a private air-conditioned minibus/coach
- For additional departure airports/pricing, contact Encounters Travel at (877) 260-3950.
- Airline & flight times determined at time of booking
Hotels (7 nights in 4-star and boutique hotels + 1 overnight flight)
- 2 nights of accommodations at Sirkeci Mansion Hotel or similar in Istanbul
- 2 nights of accommodations at Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel or similar in Kusadasi
- 1 night of accommodations at Colossae Thermal Hotel or similar in Pamukkale
- 2 nights of accommodations at Elevres Stone House Hotel or similar in Cappadocia
Attractions & Meals
- 7 breakfasts and 5 dinners
- Entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary
- Services of a local tour guide throughout the trip
- All tours and activities listed in the itinerary included in the package price
Tour Itinerary at a Glance
Istanbul is a city that straddles continents. Set along the Bosphorus Strait, this vibrant, thriving metropolis is either the end of Europe or the beginning of Asia, depending on how you look at it. Amid mosques, bazaars, chic restaurants, and modern nightclubs, you’ll find evidence of the city’s important role in the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires.
- Day 1: Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to hotel. Early arrivals can visit the Egyptian Spice Bazaar, then take a boat tour around Bosphorous.
- Day 2: Visit the 17th century Blue Mosque, the Aya Sofya museum, Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum, and the Hippodrome during a morning city tour of Istanbul. Fly to the Mediterranean coastal town of Kusadasi.
- Day 3: Explore the amazingly well preserved Roman site of Ephesus, then visit the Temple of Artemis and the fruit-wine-growing village of Sirince.
- Day 4: Travel to see the stepped calcium travertines at Pamukkale and the ruins of the Greek and Roman city of Hieropolis. Take an optional dip in the spa waters.
- Day 5: Drive the historic Silk Road towards Konya, stopping at the Sultanhani Caravanserai and visiting the Mevlana museum - former home of the original Mevlevi Whirling Dervishes.
- Day 6: Explore the amazing scenery of Cappadocia with a full tour of Goreme Valley Open Air Museum, the fairy chimneys, and an ancient underground city.
- Day 7: Return to Istanbul with a pit stop in Ankara.
- Day 8: Last-minute leisure in Istanbul. Fly back to USA.
Call/Email Encounters Travel at (877) 260-3950 for Questions About:
- Flying from any airport not listed here
- Extending your trip or traveling on dates not listed here
- The availability of your desired travel dates
- Traveling with kids; all travelers, including kids, must purchase a voucher
- Booking optional tours and upgrades
Optional Tours & Upgrades
- Extra day in Istanbul before or after the tour
- Turkish folklore evening on day 5, payable locally
- Turkish bath in Cappadocia
- Upgrade to flight from Kayseri
- Hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia (pay locally, approx. $250)
Need To Know Info
- Promotional value expires Feb 1, 2019. Amount paid never expires.
- Book by 2/1/19 or promo value expires
- Reservation required, subject to availability
- Maximum refund on cancellation of $250: 55-42-day cancellation required for $175 refund; 28-41-day cancellation required for $125 refund; 14-27-day cancellation required for $62
- 50 refund; 14-day to departure for no refund
- Airfare nonrefundable after booking
- Must be 18+ to check in
- Credit card required at booking and check-in
- Baggage fees may apply and vary by carrier
- Airline subject to change/availability
- Airfare includes carrier and government taxes & fees
- Not all tours are handicapped accessible, please contact Uncover the World Travel at (877) 260-3950 to confirm
- A passport is required for all travel outside the U
- S
- Check the State Department’s website for entry/exit requirements
- A $20 e-visa is available online for US citizens entering Turkey
- Hotels listed are our preferred options but are subject to change for other properties of a similar standard
- Travel insurance is compulsory
- Arrange your own or buy a comprehensive policy from Encounters Travel for $76
- Fee to travel solo: $329
- Same-sex room shares may be available on request
- Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
- Learn about Strike-Through Pricing and Savings
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Ashley
2 ratings|1 review
My friend and I purchased the 'Egypt Express Tour' from Groupon, which was provided by Encounters Travel and I must say, it was one of the best experiences I have ever had in my life! We were assigned an agent from Encounters Travel by the name of 'Mariska Knoesen'. She was very professional, proficient, and answered all of my questions and concerns, via e-mail, in a timely fashion. Upon our arrival in Egypt, we were greeted by a friendly team from Encounters Travel, who were all fluent in English. They assisted us with getting Egyptian visas and made exiting the airport easy. In total, it ended up being 9 of us grouped together. Our main tour guide was a gentleman by the name of 'Ashrafbehairy', whom we all referred to as "Ash" for short. HE WAS AMAZING!! We could not have asked for a better tour guide for our trip. He was very humble, kind, and knowledgeable. He accompanied us from Cairo to Aswan and then to Luxor and back to Cairo, via train. We visited several attractions such as the Pyramids, Philae Temple, and the Valley of the Kings (just to name a few). While at each sight, Ash explained its history to us and was able to answer all questions. He assisted with translation (Arabic and English) when needed, got us snacks, provided water, and took me to the shop to get items I desperately needed (sunblock and aloe lol). He even gave everyone a souvenir keychain at the end of our trip. Most importantly, we all felt SAFE! There is so much more I could say about this trip, but I will end by saying that it was honestly a great experience! I highly recommend purchasing this tour.
haley
Top reviewer
18 ratings|7 reviews
Super organized holiday. Amazing guides and pretty nice accommodations. Dahab is not to be missed! Luxor is also incredible.
NasefuaCheerfully
Helpful reviewer
6 ratings|2 reviews
They have been great speaking to me about my future travel plans: both online and over the phone.
Patrick
Helpful reviewer
1 rating|1 review
Great price and customer service
Shaikawanah
Helpful reviewer
8 ratings|2 reviews
Royal Air Moroc was a great airline. As far as the rooms booked for this trip. I was not pleased at all. The rooms were extremely small. Our shower did not work. There was no air conditioner and the list goes on. I would not recommend encounter to anyone.